Asked by Carmen LeMaster on Jun 30, 2024

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The sustainable growth rate of a firm is best described as the:

A) Minimum growth rate achievable if the firm does not pay out any cash dividends.
B) Minimum growth rate achievable if the firm maintains a constant equity multiplier.
C) Maximum growth rate achievable without external financing of any kind.
D) Maximum growth rate achievable without using any external equity financing, and while maintaining a constant debt-equity ratio.
E) Maximum growth rate achievable without any limits on the level of debt financing.

Sustainable Growth Rate

The maximum rate at which a company can grow its revenues and profits while maintaining a consistent return on equity and without raising additional equity financing.

External Financing

Funds raised from outside the business, e.g., through borrowing or issuing equity.

Debt-equity Ratio

The ratio reflecting on the strategic use of shareholders' equity and debt for the purpose of financing assets.

  • Recognize the determinants of sustainable and internal growth rates.
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Buyanaa BoldbaatarJul 03, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The sustainable growth rate of a firm is best described as the maximum growth rate a firm can achieve without resorting to external equity financing, while keeping its debt-to-equity ratio constant. This involves internally generated funds and possibly debt financing, but not new equity.